Customers in Austria have given positive ratings to the Home Delivery service provided by logistics company Gebrüder Weiss. This is the result of a recent customer survey involving nearly 2,000 respondents. Overall, 92.5 percent of respondents said they were very or somewhat satisfied with the service. The Home Delivery business covers the transportation of bulky goods such as furniture and large household appliances directly to consumers’ homes, including unpacking, installation, and assembly by a delivery team.

The delivery teams themselves play a key role in achieving these high levels of customer satisfaction. A total of 93.5 percent of respondents rated the employees as friendly and professional. At the same time, the survey also identified areas for further improvement. The most frequently mentioned requests were for more precise and narrower delivery windows as well as greater transparency regarding current shipment status.

“The survey confirms the high quality of service provided by our delivery teams. At the same time, it shows us what kind of information customers now expect throughout the delivery process,” says Peter Schafleitner, Member of the Management Board of Gebrüder Weiss. “That is why we are introducing more transparent shipment tracking for Home Delivery. Going forward, recipients will be able to track the status of their delivery more closely in real time, receive notifications via text message or email, and add services such as the removal of old appliances directly when scheduling their delivery.”

About the Customer Survey
On behalf of Gebrüder Weiss, 1,967 recipients of Home Delivery shipments in Austria participated in an online customer survey. All respondents had received a delivery from Gebrüder Weiss between December 2025 and February 2026. The survey was conducted by the Gebrüder Weiss subsidiary dicall – Weiss Logistik Systeme GmbH.

Gebrüder Weiss has been awarded a Gold Medal in the sustainability assessment conducted by EcoVadis, one of the world's leading providers of corporate sustainability ratings. With a score of 85 out of 100 points, the international logistics company ranks among the top five percent of all businesses evaluated by EcoVadis over the past twelve months. Gebrüder Weiss delivered an especially strong performance in the Environmental category, achieving the maximum score of 100 out of 100 points.

In addition to environmental performance, EcoVadis evaluates companies in the areas of Labor & Human Rights, Ethics, and Sustainable Procurement. In 2024, Gebrüder Weiss earned a Silver Medal rating.

“The EcoVadis Gold Medal validates our long-term commitment to sustainability. For Gebrüder Weiss, sustainability is not a stand-alone initiative but an integral part of our corporate responsibility and the value we deliver to our customers. Being recognized among the top five percent of all companies assessed worldwide is an important acknowledgment of what we have achieved so far and an incentive to continue improving,” said Wolfram Senger-Weiss, Chairman of the Management Board of Gebrüder Weiss.

Key initiatives implemented in recent years include investments in low-emission transportation solutions and renewable energy generation. These efforts encompass the expansion of the company’s electric truck fleet and charging infrastructure, the installation of photovoltaic systems at logistics facilities, and the operation of its own wind farm. In addition, Gebrüder Weiss has implemented group-wide standardized management systems for occupational safety and compliance. Since 2024, the company’s consolidated CO2 accounting has covered more than 95 percent of the organization, including emissions generated by transportation providers operating on behalf of Gebrüder Weiss.

For more information about sustainability at Gebrüder Weiss, please visit: https://www.gw-world.com/company/sustainability

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Logistics provider Gebrüder Weiss is welcoming 113 new apprentices in Austria, Germany, and Switzerland. The young professionals will receive hands-on training at an international logistics company that emphasizes long-term development, stability, and future-focused topics such as digitalization and sustainability.

“Young people today are looking for more than just a place to train – they want security, career prospects, and meaningful work,” says Monika Mandl, Head of Human Resources Development at Gebrüder Weiss. “That is exactly what we offer: a modern work environment, individual development opportunities, and the chance to actively help shape the future of logistics.”

This also includes making transportation and logistics more sustainable. Many occupations within the industry are now considered “green jobs” because they help conserve resources and reduce CO2 emissions. From the very beginning of their training at Gebrüder Weiss, future freight forwarding and logistics professionals learn how processes and transportation routes can be optimized and how digital systems can be used to make supply chains more efficient and climate-friendly. This also makes an apprenticeship in logistics attractive to young people who place a high value on environmental protection and social responsibility.

Sustainability is a strategic priority for Gebrüder Weiss. For many years, the company has been investing in renewable energy and alternative drive technologies to gradually reduce its carbon footprint while maintaining economically sustainable operations. The company’s strong commitment to developing its own skilled workforce supports this strategy.

Gebrüder Weiss currently employs 290 apprentices at 40 locations across Germany, Austria, and Switzerland, around 30 percent of whom are female. The company also provides vocational training for young people in Hungary, Serbia, and Bulgaria.

Although the apprenticeship year has already begun, Gebrüder Weiss still has a few positions available. Interested candidates are welcome to apply.

More information about apprenticeship opportunities at Gebrüder Weiss is available at: https://www.gw-world.com/lehre

Penang Hill, one of the most popular tourist attractions on Malaysia’s Penang Island, is set to receive a new eight-passenger gondola lift. The site is already served by a funicular railway with two railcars operating between the base and summit stations. Austrian cable car specialist Doppelmayr is now adding a modern aerial cable car system. Gebrüder Weiss managed the transportation of the cable car components: more than 60 containers were loaded at Doppelmayr’s production facility in Wolfurt, Austria, and transferred to the nearby freight terminal. From there, the cargo traveled by rail to Hamburg before continuing by sea to Southeast Asia. In Malaysia, Gebrüder Weiss operates three locations: Penang, Kuala Lumpur, and Johor Bahru.

“Managing a multimodal project of this scale requires precise coordination. Every transport mode must be carefully synchronized, and weather conditions at the ports must be closely monitored to avoid delays and additional costs,” says Michael Kramer, Key Account Manager Air & Sea at Gebrüder Weiss in Wolfurt. “Having our own locations at both ends of the supply chain was a major advantage. The teams in Wolfurt and Penang worked seamlessly together, ensuring that the entire shipment stayed on schedule.”

The containers were shipped from Austria to Malaysia in several partial consignments according to a fixed delivery schedule. After approximately 38 days at sea, each shipment arrived on time at the Port of Penang. The logistics specialists at Gebrüder Weiss Malaysia handled customs clearance and coordinated onward transportation to Penang Hill near Penang Island’s capital, George Town.

“As a global market leader in ropeway engineering, delivering major infrastructure projects around the world, we depend on reliable partners,” says Egon Vögel, Head of Shipping at Doppelmayr. “With Gebrüder Weiss, we have a logistics provider that manages complex transportation projects through its global network, efficiently and on schedule.”

The new Penang Hill Cable Car is scheduled to begin operations in 2026 and will improve access to one of the region’s most renowned destinations. The system will transport passengers from the lower terminal on the outskirts of George Town to the upper terminal at an elevation of about 720 meters (2,360 feet). The summit station is located within the Penang Hill Biosphere Reserve, a UNESCO-recognized protected area.

Doppelmayr has been a customer of Gebrüder Weiss for many years. The logistics provider supports the ropeway manufacturer worldwide with tailored transportation and logistics solutions, including overland transport as well as air and sea freight services for international projects and large-scale equipment deliveries.

International logistics service provider Gebrüder Weiss has appointed a new Managing Director for its Land Transport & Logistics Germany business unit. Effective July 1, 2026, Goran Susak will assume the position.

In his new role, Susak will be responsible for the strategic and operational development of the company’s German land transport and logistics activities. Key priorities include the stabilization and further development of the organization as well as expanding integrated logistics solutions.

A logistics expert with over 25 years of experience in the logistics industry, he most recently held a management position at Kuehne+Nagel, leading several regions with full responsibility for financial results. His scope of responsibility included road freight and contract logistics as well as sea and air freight. Prior to that, he held various leadership roles in sales and contract logistics. He began his career at Dachser.

He graduated from the German Academy for Foreign Trade and Logistics (DAV) with a degree in business and transport management, focusing on management. Throughout his career, he has received numerous awards for achievements in sales and contract logistics and has an excellent professional network, particularly in Germany.

“Gebrüder Weiss stands for reliability, entrepreneurial thinking, and a very clear commitment to quality. I look forward to taking responsibility for the land transport and logistics business in Germany and to advancing it sustainably together with the team in a challenging market environment,” says Goran Susak.

Jürgen Bauer, Member of the Management Board at Gebrüder Weiss, adds: “With Goran Susak, we are gaining an experienced executive who knows the German market extremely well. He brings the necessary operational expertise and strategic perspective to further develop our organization and to generate additional momentum in the contract logistics segment.”

Germany remains a key market in Europe for Gebrüder Weiss. Accordingly, the company will continue to focus on the sustainable development of its structures and the consistent expansion of its service portfolio.

Demand for bicycles across Europe rises sharply within a small window each spring. For manufacturers and retailers alike, timely product availability is critical during this peak season. To reliably manage these seasonal surges, international children’s and youth bicycle manufacturer, woom relies on Gebrüder Weiss for its European logistics operations.

Gebrüder Weiss transports woom bicycles and accessories such as helmets, baskets, and water bottles from production sites in Poland, Lithuania, and Romania to the Gebrüder Weiss logistics hub in Vienna. There, shipments are consolidated and subsequently distributed to retailers throughout Europe. Key sales markets include Austria, Germany, and Switzerland.

“Especially in spring, bicycles and accessories must be available across Europe within a very short time frame. This requires a logistics solution that is reliable and capable of handling peak volumes,” says Tanja Stätter, Senior Manager Transport and Logistics at woom. “With Gebrüder Weiss, we have a partner that understands our requirements precisely.”

Gebrüder Weiss operates a Europe-wide logistics network with daily scheduled line services and has been working with companies in the bicycle industry for many years. This enables the company to handle increased volumes at short notice, even during peak season. Using the myGW customer portal, shipments can be tracked digitally at all times, with real-time status updates and estimated arrival times available to woom as well as its retail partners.

In his opening remarks, Senger-Weiss stressed the significance of the new location, which is intended to deliver efficient processes and long-term growth. "The Logistics and IT Center represents a momentous step forward for our organization. We are making this investment in full awareness of the economically challenging environment; we are creating infrastructure that is designed for a period of decades," said the CEO. "The tight meshing of IT with logistics enables us to further advance key processes, making supply chains even more transparent and secure for our customers."  

The expansion simultaneously reinforces the Vorarlberg location and its status as a major crossroads for the international flow of goods. At the opening ceremony, Governor Wallner underscored the implications of the project for the region: "This investment is a clear commitment to Vorarlberg as a business location. High-powered logistics are the lifeblood of our export-oriented economy, and they strengthen our industries' competitiveness in the global market."

Integrated location with optimized space efficiency
The Logistics and IT Center offers a total area of some 31,000 square meters and its design rigorously follows a holistic concept. The logistics, office and technology sections are housed vertically, facilitating the efficient use of the scarce land resources available in Austria’s Rheintal region. In terms of its functionality, it compares to an significantly larger conventional logistics area but has a far smaller footprint.

In addition to the automated high-bay warehouse with its capacity of 68,000 pallets, the center also includes a manual warehouse and a three-story office building for some 400 employees. This is home to the central Gebrüder Weiss IT unit, along with staff from the logistics and other departments. The complex therefore serves as an integrated campus that forges closer links between its various functions, accelerating process optimization.

Automation: the platform for high-performance processes
With its 13 bays, the 34-meter-tall warehouse forms the heart of the complex. Its fully integrated intralogistics system independently controls the flow of goods. Up to 160 pallets can be stored and up to 200 pallets retrieved per hour, making the center one of the largest fully-automated facilities in Europe.

Autonomous storage and retrieval technology, driverless conveyance vehicles, and digitally-guided materials-handling equipment all feature within this environment. Even before construction commenced, the entire system was simulated and optimized using a digital twin. However, people still play key roles: employees monitor and manage the processes, intervening when necessary.   

"Automation and data-based systems are crucial components of supply chains, keeping them stable and running efficiently even under fluctuating conditions. They enhance process speed and transparency. But in the end, the human being is still at the helm, verifying the processes and assuming responsibility," comments Senger-Weiss.

Strategic choice of location and sustainable construction methods
The primary advantage of the site is its close proximity to the Wolfurt cargo terminal, which enables the efficient coupling of road and rail transport ­– and helps to reduce emissions and traffic congestion. At the same time, Gebrüder Weiss customers profit from the location which – being close to the borders of Austria, Switzerland, Liechtenstein and Germany – is a crossroads and interface for mainstream European merchandise flows.

Sustainability also factored into both the construction and operation of the campus. For instance, reduced-CO₂ concrete was used; producing it releases about 35% less carbon dioxide than with traditional materials. The energy concept is supplemented by a photovoltaic system that generates some 1.5 Megawatts of peak power, green roofs and initial charging infrastructure for electric-powered vehicles.

Milestone in corporate history
A total investment volume of approximately 100 million euros makes the Logistics and IT Center an integral component in the long-term site and growth strategy at Gebrüder Weiss.

"But this construction project marks more than a new stage in the evolution of our organization," Senger-Weiss says. "Here we are consolidating the merchandise flows of the region's entire export industry and providing a launchpad for its worldwide distribution. By meshing logistics capacity with state-of-the-art automation technology, it will deliver greater efficiency and transparency for our customers, thereby also multiplying the location's competitiveness."

The logistical and technical standards applied in this project will provide the blueprint for further site expansions. An additional automated logistics terminal is currently being planned at the Swiss location in Pratteln, near Basel, and it will be based on this template.

Fact Box: Logistics and IT Center Vorarlberg

Location: Hohe Brücke Industrial Zone, Wolfurt, Vorarlberg, Austria
Investment: Approximately 100 million euros
Construction period: April 2024 – February 2026

Space & capacity:

• Total area: 30,800 m²
• Logistics area: 24,000 m²
• Jobs: ca. 400
• Integrates logistics, IT and central corporate divisions at one location for the first time

Technology & automation:

• High-bay warehouse: 34 meters tall, 68,000 pallet capacity
• Automated intralogistics systems in operation: 13 automatic storage and retrieval systems, 33 driverless conveyance vehicles
• 8 order-picking stations with elevating and lowering tables and other lifting equipment

Location & transport links:

• In immediate vicinity of the Wolfurt cargo terminal, combined road-rail connection
• Located near the juncture of four European countries, close to major central European transport routes

Sustainability:

• Low-carbon concrete (-35% emissions)
• 1.5 MWp photovoltaic system covers a major part of the company's own electricity needs
• Rooftop plantings and biodiversity projects (e.g. beekeeping)
• Charging infrastructure for electric vehicles
• The sprinkler tank doubles as a heat reservoir
• Subsidies for public transportation, no expansive parking lots

Wolfram Senger-Weiss, Chairman of the Management Board of Gebrüder Weiss, has been awarded the Grand Silver Decoration of Honor for Services to the Republic of Austria – one of the country’s highest national honors. The award was presented on April 9, 2026, by Federal Chancellor Christian Stocker during an official ceremony held in the western Austrian state of Vorarlberg. 

In his remarks, Chancellor Stocker emphasized the international impact of Senger-Weiss’ leadership: “This distinction goes beyond recognizing entrepreneurial success. It also honors his global vision and his commitment beyond Austria’s borders – with the clear objective of creating prosperity and securing jobs in Austria for the long term.”

The Grand Silver Decoration of Honor is among Austria’s most prestigious state awards and is granted to individuals who have made outstanding contributions to the nation across economic, social, or cultural fields.

Recipient of the VN Business Award
On the same evening, Senger-Weiss was also honored with the VN Business Award, presented by Vorarlberger Nachrichten, the leading regional newspaper in Vorarlberg, Austria. The award recognizes business leaders who combine entrepreneurial responsibility with vision, consistency, and strong values.

The jury highlighted Senger-Weiss’ entrepreneurial achievements, the company’s sustainable economic success, and its long-term commitment to its home region of Vorarlberg. This includes major investment in a new logistics and IT center in Wolfurt, Vorarlberg, further strengthening the region as a key logistics hub in Central Europe.

Accepting the award on behalf of the entire organization, Senger-Weiss stated: “This recognition reflects the collective efforts of our employees worldwide and affirms our consistent path – combining sustainable growth with a strong commitment to our roots.”

The awards were presented as part of the annual “Top 100” event organized by Vorarlberger Nachrichten, which brings together leading figures from business and politics across the region and honors excellence in multiple categories.

On April 1, Gebrüder Weiss kicks off the fifth edition of its international cycling campaign “GWcycles.” The goal: to collectively cover one million kilometers – and in doing so, remove up to ten tons of plastic waste from rivers and coastal regions.

The concept is simple: for every kilometer cycled, Gebrüder Weiss funds the collection and proper disposal of ten grams of plastic waste. Once again, the initiative is implemented in partnership with the Berlin-based environmental company CleanHub.

“GWcycles shows how easy it is to combine sustainable mobility with tangible environmental action – kilometer by kilometer,” says Frank Haas, Head of Corporate Brand Strategy & Communications at Gebrüder Weiss.

Participation is open to everyone worldwide. Distances are tracked via the free Radbonus app, which is compatible with common fitness trackers. Initial rewards are available from as little as 50 kilometers, and all prizes are made from recycled materials.

Further information and registration: www.gw-world.com/gwcycles

The international transport and logistics company Gebrüder Weiss has concluded its 2025 financial year with net revenues of 2.73 billion euros, representing a slight year-on-year rise (2024: 2.71 billion euros). Despite the sluggish economy in Europe, the company secured further market share and simultaneously increased productivity.

"The economic climate proved challenging in 2025 – particularly in our core markets in Central Europe. The fact that we nonetheless posted growth, and were simultaneously able to continue investing, demonstrates the performance and financial strength of our organization,” says Wolfram Senger-Weiss, CEO of Gebrüder Weiss. "Europe continues to be the mainstay of our operations and the primary focus of our investments. At the same time, we’re tapping opportunities to strategically evolve our network in global growth markets."

As in the previous year, the equity ratio exceeded 60 percent, testifying to the company’s sound financial foundations. The number of employees remained stable at around 8,600 (2024: 8,600).

In its European land transport segment, Gebrüder Weiss posted a slight improvement with revenues of 1.55 billion euros (2024: 1.52 billion euros). Although revenues in Germany were marginally down, the organization gained additional market share there. Gebrüder Weiss expanded its position in Eastern Europe as well. Home Delivery operations also benefitted, with the number of consignments rising again to 1.36 million (2024: 1.31 million).

The volumes transported by our Air & Sea division grew, particularly on routes between Europe and Asia and within Asia. In air freight, the higher volumes were powered primarily by e-commerce trade between China and Europe. Given the reduction in air and sea freight rates, revenues fell to 913 million euros, slightly below the previous year's figure (2024: 929 million euros).

Gebrüder Weiss also posted gains in its logistics operations: revenues from contract logistics and supply chain management were seven percent higher at 147 million euros. In supply chain management, the company develops tailored solutions for customers and uses data-driven analytics to manage and optimize supply chains efficiently.

DPD Austria, which is partly owned by the Gebrüder Weiss parcel service, also reported growth. The number of parcels transported rose to 64.6 million – up 3.6 percent year-on-year (2024: 62.3 million).

Investments boost efficiency and the network

Gebrüder Weiss continued to pursue its expansion strategy in 2025. In Southeast Asia, it established new country organizations in Thailand and the Philippines. The acquisition of a majority stake in the company Sienzi Lojistik bolstered customs handling and warehouse logistics activities in Istanbul (Türkiye). In North America, a new location in Phoenix, Arizona, is facilitating growth in one of the company's core markets.

In Europe, Gebrüder Weiss invested in the expansion of existing locations, including those in Zagreb (Croatia), Aldingen (Germany) and Wels in Austria; work also began on the extension of the Salzburg location. The new logistics and IT center in Wolfurt, Austria, commenced operation, bringing a major infrastructure project to completion. The fully automated high-bay warehouse combines modern logistics processes with advanced IT systems and high sustainability standards.

Investments in 2025 totaled 146 million euros, some 16 percent above the previous year's sum (2024: 126 million euros). Beyond financing the expansion of the network, the funds were devoted chiefly to automation and digitalization projects designed to improve productivity. This allowed the organization to successfully accommodate additional consignment volumes within its existing systems.

Sustainability anchored in corporate strategy

Gebrüder Weiss has anchored sustainability in its corporate strategy and, as part of the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi), committed itself to pursuing scientifically authenticated climate goals. During 2025, it continued to build on its climate strategy. Through the installation of additional modules, the total capacity of its photovoltaic systems climbed to 19.7 megawatt peak. The 15,000 megawatt-hours of electricity generated are equivalent to roughly half of the power requirements of all Gebrüder Weiss locations worldwide.

Furthermore, the organization added 14 more electric trucks to its fleet in Austria and expanded the charging infrastructure available. With transparent CO₂ reporting and a standardized model for offsetting sustainable fuels ("Book & Claim"), Gebrüder Weiss enables its customers to allocate emission reductions to individual consignments and thereby quantify their success in reaching climate goals.

"The uncertainties pervading global trade will continue to impact us all in 2026. The most recent escalation in the Middle East has further aggravated geopolitical tensions, demonstrating how quickly global supply chains can face disruption. During this current phase, stable transport networks and dependable partners have become imperatives. Gebrüder Weiss rests on a very solid financial foundation, is internationally operational, and invests strategically in both technology and infrastructure. This will equip us to continue supporting our clients in the challenging environments ahead as well,” says Wolfram Senger-Weiss.  

Gebrüder Weiss is expanding its transport services between China and Georgia. Effective immediately, a truck departs weekly for Tbilisi. The service is designed for companies in the South Caucasus that regularly import products from China, including electronics, consumer goods, and spare parts for machinery and vehicles.

Goods are picked up nationwide across China and consolidated at several Gebrüder Weiss locations – from Shanghai in the east to Urumqi in the west. The shipments are then transported by truck to Khorgos at the Chinese-Kazakh border. From there, the route continues through Kazakhstan, across the Caspian Sea (via ferry), and through Azerbaijan to the Georgian capital. Transit time for the section from Khorgos to Tbilisi is approximately 22 to 25 days.

“The Caucasus region has been one of the fastest-growing import markets for Chinese goods in recent years. With our weekly groupage service, we are offering our customers an additional transport option,” says Thomas Moser, Director and Regional Manager Black Sea/CIS at Gebrüder Weiss. “Compared to ocean freight, trucking offers shorter transit times, greater flexibility than rail, and significantly lower costs than air freight.”

Designed for smaller shipments
The new service is specifically tailored to smaller shipment volumes. Goods from multiple customers are consolidated in China and transported together, enabling cost-efficient shipping even for smaller consignments.

“We offer nationwide pickup across China and consolidate shipments through our key hubs in Shanghai, Shenzhen, Suzhou, and Urumqi,” says Yongquan Chen, General Manager China at Gebrüder Weiss. “With a dedicated weekly truck departure to Tbilisi and the flexibility to scale frequencies as demand grows, we provide exporters with a reliable and competitive gateway to the Caucasus region.”

At the company’s logistics terminal in Tbilisi – expanded for the third time in 2024 – shipments are distributed throughout Georgia and onward to neighboring Armenia and Azerbaijan, including customs clearance.

“Many companies are looking for stable transit times and predictable costs,” adds Alexander Kharlamov, Country Manager Georgia at Gebrüder Weiss. “Our groupage service provides a reliable solution that operates independently of fixed rail schedules or limited wagon capacity.”

Strengthening the Central Asian Trade Corridor
With this new connection, Gebrüder Weiss continues to expand its activities along the so-called Middle Corridor – a key trade route linking China and Europe via Central Asia and the Caucasus. The goal is to provide businesses in these growth markets with additional transport options and more diversified supply chains.

In addition to its locations in China and Georgia, Gebrüder Weiss operates branches in Armenia, Kazakhstan, Turkey, and Uzbekistan.

According to Creditreform, Gebrüder Weiss has a demonstrably strong and stable financial foundation. With a credit index of 173 points, the international logistics company performs better than the industry average – achieving a score attained only by particularly financially strong companies in Austria. Wolfram Senger-Weiss, CEO of Gebrüder Weiss, accepted the rating certificate on January 20, 2026, at the company’s headquarters in Lauterach, Vorarlberg.

The credit index is a trusted metric for measuring a company’s financial reliability and its capacity to meet its financial obligations. The scale ranges from 100 points (very high creditworthiness) to 600 points (high risk). The lower the score, the better the rating.

The assessment is based on a comprehensive analysis that takes into account economic performance, equity capital and payment behavior. In addition, structural factors such as company size, industry and long-term stability are taken into consideration. Gebrüder Weiss has consistently achieved similarly high credit ratings in recent years, demonstrating continuity and sustainable corporate management.

“Financial stability builds trust – especially in economically challenging times marked by high inflation and weakened global trade. The Creditreform rating confirms that Gebrüder Weiss has a solid financial base and a long-term orientation. This provides security for our customers, partners and employees,” says Wolfram Senger-Weiss. Creditreform is a leading credit agency in the German-speaking region. It assesses companies’ creditworthiness based on objective, continuously updated data.

After 32 years at the helm of Gebrüder Weiss Bulgaria, Marieta Grigorova (63) is retiring. Her successor, Lyudmil Elshishki (37), assumed the role of Managing Director on January 1. He is already well-prepared for the task, having joined the company several months ago and, during a transition phase, jointly managing the national organization together with Ms. Grigorova, as well as taking on the area management for Albania and North Macedonia.

“Marieta Grigorova has played a pivotal role in shaping the history of Gebrüder Weiss in Bulgaria. Demonstrating vision, courage, and great dedication, she led the company through three decades of dynamic expansion. We would like to thank her sincerely for this,” says Thomas Moser, Director and Regional Manager Black Sea/CIS at Gebrüder Weiss.

Grigorova’s career began in 1993 with Gebrüder Weiss’ market entry in Bulgaria. Under her leadership, the company developed into a full-service logistics provider: the Sofia location grew from a small transshipment point for groupage freight from Western Europe, into a central logistics hub for international transport and specialized warehousing solutions. Two additional logistics centers were established in Plovdiv and Varna, and the service portfolio was continuously expanded – today it also includes home delivery for private customers. Gebrüder Weiss is now one of the leading logistics providers in the country, serving well-known customers from the automotive, IT, and consumer goods industries with a workforce of around 160 employees.

With Lyudmil Elshishki, an internationally experienced manager is taking over responsibility. The 37-year-old has been active in the logistics industry for more than 15 years, most recently in a management role at a global logistics group. There, he led strategic projects in 14 countries and successfully expanded the retail network. At Gebrüder Weiss, he aims to continue developing the national organization in a stable manner while providing new momentum, particularly in the areas of international transport services and logistics solutions for the automotive and heavy industry sectors. The conditions are favorable: Bulgaria is becoming increasingly important as a hub for transports to the Black Sea region and Central Asia.

As of January 1, 2026, Gebrüder Weiss has upgraded its former representative office in Tashkent into a national organization. With this expansion, Gebrüder Weiss is responding to the growing demand for efficient logistics solutions in Uzbekistan. International customers as well as local companies increasingly require reliable transport and supply chain services in the country, particularly in the agricultural machinery sector. Among other things, Gebrüder Weiss organizes the transport of oversized agricultural and construction machinery to Central Asia for this industry.

“We continue to invest in Uzbekistan because we believe in the future of this market and want to support our customers in their expansion into Central Asia with reliable logistics processes,” says Thomas Moser, Regional Manager Black Sea/CIS at Gebrüder Weiss.

Uzbekistan’s economic upswing is indeed continuing: in 2025, gross domestic product grew by around seven percent compared to the previous year, while growth of approximately six percent is forecast for both 2026 and 2027. Industry, agriculture, and foreign trade are all on the rise. Reforms and tax incentives are making the country increasingly attractive to foreign investors and are driving demand for high-performance logistics and transport solutions.

Strengthening Eurasian land transport corridors
Uzbekistan is playing an increasingly important role in the flow of goods between Europe and Asia. Together with Gebrüder Weiss locations in Turkey, Georgia, Armenia, Kazakhstan, and China, the Central Asian country is strengthening Eurasian land routes. The company has been systematically expanding these connections for many years in order to offer businesses reliable alternatives to air and sea freight – particularly for large-volume industrial and agricultural goods.

The new national organization will be headed by Kamil Ernazarov, who has held a management position in Tashkent since 2019. He describes the situation in the country as follows: “Many companies in Uzbekistan are facing the challenge of making their supply chains more reliable and internationally competitive. With our expanded range of services, we can support them in a targeted manner.”

Gebrüder Weiss currently employs four people in Uzbekistan and offers land transport services (groupage and full truckloads) as well as air, sea, and rail freight. In the medium term, the service portfolio will be expanded to include warehouse logistics services.

Lauterach, January 8, 2026. The Gebrüder Weiss Supervisory Board has appointed Alessandro Cacciola as a new member of the Management Board. Effective March 1, 2026, he will head Air & Sea operations. Cacciola follows Lothar Thoma, who will be leaving the company for personal reasons on March 31, 2026, when he will formally hand over the reins to his successor.

“In Alessandro Cacciola, we are gaining an experienced leader who possesses the abilities needed to both ensure continuity and generate new impulses at GW,” says Wolfgang Niessner, Chair of the Gebrüder Weiss Supervisory Board. “With his support, we plan to further consolidate our expanding Air & Sea business, and grow our services on a global, future-oriented scale.”

Alessandro Cacciola brings more than two decades of experience in international logistics to the table. He holds a degree in business administration with a focus on freight forwarding, transport and logistics, as well as an MBA in International Business Management & Leadership. Cacciola began his professional career with the logistics provider Dachser; there he held several European sales and executive positions before becoming the head of global sales and a member of the Dachser Air & Sea Logistics management board, helping to power the company's international growth. In 2019, Cacciola joined the management board of the Andreas Schmid Group and became its CEO. In this capacity, he was responsible for the organization’s comprehensive restructuring and globalization program.

“Gebrüder Weiss is a top-drawer name in the industry and has always stood for credibility, quality and consistent customer centricity,” Cacciola says. “I am looking forward to meeting my colleagues around the world. To my mind, the free-flowing exchange across and beyond national and cultural borders is an essential factor in success, one that also engenders personal motivation. The aim will be to drive the further strategic development of the Gebrüder Weiss product palette by placing a premium on service quality, integrative capability and sustainable solutions – thereby keeping the global supply chains resilient and future-proofed.”

Lothar Thoma has been a member of the Management Board at Gebrüder Weiss since September 1, 2019. Under his guidance, the Air & Sea division successfully evolved despite challenging phases in the market, including the Covid pandemic. Landmark expansion measures took place during his tenure – in the United States, Australia, New Zealand, the Philippines, Thailand, Poland, Germany and elsewhere.

“Starting with my initial experiences in our family business, I have had the good fortune to spend some 40 successful and eventful years in the logistics industry, getting to know myriad countries and cultures, and working with wonderful people. It was a good time, but now I would like to pursue other interests. I wish Alessandro Cacciola and my team great success and cohesiveness,” Thoma concludes. 

“The company would like to explicitly thank Lothar Thoma for his many accomplishments and wish him all the best for the future,” says Wolfgang Niessner.

The handover from Lothar Thoma to Alessandro Cacciola will extend over a one-month transitional period to ensure continuity for customers, partners and staff alike.

Alessandro Cacciola's appointment will reinforce the executive tier at Gebrüder Weiss, which continues to consist of Wolfram Senger-Weiss (CEO), Jürgen Bauer and Peter Schafleitner.

China’s GDP grew by 4.8 percent in Q3 2025, a slowing from the 5.2 percent growth posted earlier in the year. Trade tensions with the United States, weak domestic demand and a struggling real-estate sector are slowing the economy. The picture looks different for Gebrüder Weiss. By expanding its warehousing operations, including specialized e-fulfillment and e-commerce solutions, the company has secured new customers and strengthened its position as a full-service logistics provider. Key industries include automotive, machinery and electronics.

Gebrüder Weiss Greater China closed the 2024 business year with revenues of around 330 million euros, representing a 24 percent increase year-on-year (2023: 265 million euros). Cross-border e-commerce continues to perform exceptionally well. In 2024, Gebrüder Weiss Express China shipped 25 million parcels for major online retailers to Europe, UK, Canada, Australia, and New Zealand. The European Union remains the company’s largest market and strongest growth engine.

“Our steady growth underlines the strategic importance of the Chinese market for Gebrüder Weiss and demonstrates how successfully we have evolved in recent years”, says Yongquan Chen, General Manager of Gebrüder Weiss China. “We have strong capabilities in air and sea freight, and are equally well positioned in multimodal transport, rail services, and warehouse logistics, where we deliver tailored solutions quickly and with precision. “

Gebrüder Weiss has been active in China for more than 30 years, opening its first office in Shanghai in 1992. The company rapidly expanded into major port cities and economic hubs. In Qingdao, the world’s fourth-largest container port, the team recently celebrated its 30-year anniversary. Beijing, as well as the port cities Tianjin (largest port in Northern China) and Ningbo (third-largest container port worldwide), mark 25 years in the Gebrüder Weiss network this year.

Today, the organization includes 19 locations and more than 450 employees in Greater China. Over the next few years, Gebrüder Weiss China plans to further invest in electromobility and automation. The goal is to create sustainable logistics solutions and innovative services that fuel continued growth.

How satisfied are customers with Gebrüder Weiss’s services? This was the key question in a global customer satisfaction survey conducted among more than 1,500 customers in Europe, Asia, and the United States. The results are highly positive and reaffirm the company’s strong service quality, consistent with findings from the 2022 survey. On a six-point scale ranging from 1 (very satisfied) to 6 (not satisfied at all), Gebrüder Weiss achieved an overall satisfaction score of 1.87, slightly improving on the previous rating (2022: 1.88). In total, 84 percent of respondents rated the company with the top marks of 1 or 2.

Gebrüder Weiss received particularly strong feedback for its personalized customer service, with the Sales Support team earning a top score of 1.64. Performance in warehouse logistics also impressed customers, who praised the company’s fast and seamless project execution (average score: 1.61) and rated Gebrüder Weiss as highly innovative (average score: 1.91).

The recommendation rate was correspondingly high: nearly 97 percent of customers said they would recommend Gebrüder Weiss, and more than three-quarters (77.6 percent) have already done so. In an industry comparison, the company remains highly competitive: 31 percent of respondents rated Gebrüder Weiss better than its competitors, and about 63 percent rated it on par.

Focus on Digitalization and Supply Chain Management
Gebrüder Weiss also demonstrates strong performance in the areas of digitalization and supply chain management. Nearly half of all respondents use the company’s digital customer platform myGW, with usage in Germany reaching 79 percent. The most frequently used features include communication tools and quote management, though customers also identified further potential for improvement in these areas.
When it comes to handling supply chain disruptions, respondents particularly appreciated Gebrüder Weiss’s timely communication, while expressing a desire for even more proactive solution proposals.

“This study provides valuable insights into our customers’ expectations. We clearly see the need to continue expanding the digitalization of our service processes and to further enhance customer support through intelligent supply chain management. Real-time data, continuous analysis, and tailored consulting are key to achieving our shared goal – transparent, efficient, and resilient supply chains,” said Peter Schafleitner, Member of the Management Board at Gebrüder Weiss. He added that customer satisfaction is not a one-time result but an ongoing development process that the company continuously drives forward.

About the Study
The customer satisfaction survey was conducted by dicall – Weiss Logistik Systeme GmbH, a subsidiary of Gebrüder Weiss, between June and August 2025. A total of 1,541 customers from 26 countries participated via telephone and online interviews.

The fourth edition of Gebrüder Weiss’s international cycling initiative, “GWcycles,” has set a new record: about 800 participants cycled a total of 1,047,998 kilometers (2024: 768,800 kilometers, 600 participants) — the equivalent of more than 26 trips around the world. Cycling enthusiasts from across the globe not only boosted their own fitness but also contributed meaningfully to ocean conservation.

Under the motto “Cycling for the Seas,” the logistics company encouraged participants to log as many kilometers as possible between April and October. For every 100,000 kilometers ridden, the company pledged to fund the removal of one metric ton of plastic waste from rivers and coastal areas in Southeast Asia. Thanks to the remarkable total of over one million kilometers, ten metric tons of waste will be collected by the end of the year. Gebrüder Weiss partnered with CleanHub, a Berlin-based environmental technology company that builds sustainable waste management systems in heavily polluted regions.

“Cycling makes a difference — for yourself and for the environment. That’s what our GWcycles initiative stands for,” said Frank Haas, Head of Marketing & Communications at Gebrüder Weiss. “It also shows the power of community. We’re proud of our growing global cycling community, which continues to come together across borders in support of environmental protection.”

To keep motivation high, Gebrüder Weiss once again offered attractive prizes for milestone achievements and published a leaderboard ranking participants by distance covered. This year’s top cyclist was Kristian Buljan from Germany, who completed 19,022 kilometers.

More information: https://info.gw-world.com/cycling-for-the-seas

The customer magazine ATLAS published by Gebrüder Weiss has received the Red Dot Award: Brands & Communication Design 2025. The international jury presented the 21st issue, on the theme “Material,” with the Red Dot quality seal for excellence in both design and concept. This marks the third Red Dot Award for ATLAS.

Receiving multiple international design awards is highly unusual for a logistics magazine and underscores Gebrüder Weiss’s strong editorial and creative standards. “ATLAS goes beyond what you’d typically expect from a customer magazine. Our goal isn’t to promote or lecture but to tell compelling stories that open a window into the world of logistics – both visually and editorially. The Red Dot Award validates our approach, and we’re truly delighted,” said Frank Haas, Head of Marketing and Communications at Gebrüder Weiss and Editor-in-Chief of ATLAS.

The award-winning issue explores the many materials and energy sources essential to logistics – from asphalt and concrete to carbon fibers, water, electricity, and alternative fuels. The edition was created in collaboration with photographer Göran Gnaudschun, whose precise and thoughtful visual language highlights the beauty of these seemingly ordinary materials. Additional contributors include büro uebele visuelle kommunikation (Stuttgart) and editor Miriam Holzapfel, who worked closely with the Gebrüder Weiss editorial team on concept and execution.

The official award ceremony will take place on November 7, 2025, in Berlin.

About the Red Dot Award
The Red Dot Award is one of the world’s most prestigious design competitions and is presented in three categories: Product Design, Brands & Communication Design, and Design Concept. Each year, designers and companies from around the globe are invited to submit their campaigns and projects for evaluation by an international panel of experts. The Red Dot seal has become a globally recognized symbol of design excellence.

The complete award-winning ATLAS issue “Material” is available here: 
https://publications.gw-world.com/atlas21-material/

More ATLAS issues can be found at: www.gw-atlas.com

Since entering the Croatian market in 2000, Gebrüder Weiss has consistently invested in infrastructure, digitalization, and the expansion of its service portfolio. With three locations in Zagreb, Rijeka, and Split, the company offers comprehensive solutions in land transport, logistics solutions, and air & sea freight. Established in 2019, the logistics terminal at its Zagreb headquarters has recently been expanded, increasing total capacity to more than 20,000 square meters. This expansion addresses rising customer demand in both international and domestic freight forwarding.

Fueled by the e-commerce boom, the home delivery segment has grown particularly rapidly, with demand for last-mile delivery remaining especially strong across Croatia’s Adriatic coast tourism hotspots. To meet this need, an additional cross-docking facility is currently in planning near Split (Dalmatia).

“Croatia not only offers a strategically advantageous location for freight flows between the EU and the Western Balkans, but also provides an attractive investment climate. With access to major Adriatic ports such as Rijeka, Koper, and Trieste, and supported by solid transport infrastructure, Croatia is a high-performing logistics hub with significant growth potential for multimodal transport,” says Thomas Schauer, Regional Manager for Central and Southeast Europe at Gebrüder Weiss. Going forward, Croatia is expected to play an even greater role as a transit hub for shipments to neighboring countries.

Modern, Digital, and Sustainable Logistics Solutions
To ensure long-term growth, Gebrüder Weiss is also combining economic performance with ecological responsibility in Croatia. This includes efficient building and energy management systems powered by photovoltaic systems and heat pumps, as well as further expansion of e-mobility. Currently, five electric vans are in operation in Zagreb, while two electric cargo tricycles serve the islands of Rab and Lošinj.

In addition, investments in digital services, automated processes, and workforce development continue to strengthen Gebrüder Weiss’s market position in Croatia. “Our goal is to deliver modern, digital, and sustainable logistics solutions to our customers while also creating attractive career opportunities in the region,” says Barbara Bujačić, Country Manager of Gebrüder Weiss Croatia.

Gebrüder Weiss Croatia – At a Glance

• Established: 2000
• Annual revenue 2024: 34 million euros (2023: 31 million euros)
• Employees: 192 (FTE)
• Logistics area: 24,000 square meters
• Customers: industries include high-tech, automotive, consumer goods, and chemicals
• Total investment (2000–2025): over 35 million euros
• Latest investment: Expansion of logistics terminal at Zagreb headquarters (3 million euros) 
   

This weekend, extreme athlete and climate advocate Michael Walther from Kiel, Germany, set off from Lagos, Portugal on his attempt to cross the Atlantic Ocean on a stand-up paddleboard (SUP). His journey will span approximately 6,000 kilometers (3,700 miles), taking him past the Canary Islands and Cape Verde before reaching French Guiana. Walther is undertaking this challenge solo and without a support vessel. His mission is to draw attention to the threats facing the oceans due to climate change and to collect valuable scientific data for marine research.

Before the journey could begin, logistics partner Gebrüder Weiss handled the transportation of the specially designed SUP board from Germany to Portugal. The company has been supporting Walther for several months and is also assisting with communications efforts to raise awareness of his mission.

“With his transatlantic crossing, Michael Walther is sending an important signal for ocean conservation. We are proud to support him as a partner and wish him strength and perseverance on his journey,” says Robert Stahlschmidt, Country Manager Air & Sea Germany at Gebrüder Weiss.

Once the crossing is complete, Gebrüder Weiss will return the paddleboard to Germany via climate-neutral sea freight. The company uses a certified insetting approach, which reduces CO₂ emissions directly within the transport chain by utilizing sustainable fuels – rather than offsetting emissions through external projects.

More information about Gebrüder Weiss’s sustainability efforts can be found at https://www.gw-world.com/company/sustainability/future-of-mobility and on the company’s social media channels. Since 2021, Gebrüder Weiss has been actively supporting innovation projects in sustainable transportation, collaborating with universities, research institutions, and startups.

Fact Box – Atlantic Crossing by SUP

• Route: From Portugal via the Canary Islands and Cape Verde to French Guiana
• Distance: Approx. 6,000 kilometers, around 4 million paddle strokes
• SUP Board: Modeled after offshore rowing boats, includes a 2 m² sleeping cabin in the bow
• Equipment: 200 kg of food, life raft, medical kit, tools
• Navigation: GPS, chart plotter, satellite phone, radio
• Research: Hydrophone for recording marine animal sounds
• Live Tracking: https://zeroemissions.eu/live

Gebrüder Weiss has taken a majority stake in Sienzi Lojistik, a top provider of customs and warehouse logistics services in Istanbul. Operating as an independent entity, the company will now trade under the name Sienzi Lojistik – a Company of Gebrüder Weiss. The transaction is set to close in January 2026, subject to regulatory approval. Murat Doğan remains managing director of Sienzi Lojistik and continues to hold a stake in the company.

“This investment strengthens our foothold in the Turkish market and brings our partner’s customs warehousing expertise into the Gebrüder Weiss network on a long-term basis. It’s a strategic step to deliver integrated, one-stop logistics solutions for customers with demanding supply chain requirements,” says Wolfram Senger-Weiss, CEO of Gebrüder Weiss.

“Joining forces with Gebrüder Weiss, one of the industry’s most traditional logistics companies, enhances our competitive edge. This partnership allows us to broaden our service portfolio and promote Türkiye’s role in international trade,” adds Murat Doğan, who also serves as Vice President of the Turkish Customs Warehouse Association.

Gebrüder Weiss and Sienzi Lojistik have been working together in Türkiye for nearly a decade. The company’s bonded warehouse plays a key role in handling imports, exports, and transshipment operations. “We can store goods until customs duties are cleared or transit procedures are completed and consolidate shipments from various countries of origin. This solution offers greater flexibility, cost efficiency, and planning reliability for companies with complex logistics needs,” says Mişel Yakop, Country Manager Türkiye at Gebrüder Weiss.

With this acquisition, Gebrüder Weiss is strengthening its Istanbul hub as a full-service logistics center and exploring new business segments, including textiles and industrial clients. “Istanbul’s location—at the crossroads of Europe and Asia—makes it a strategic gateway to numerous markets. We see significant growth opportunities in this region,” says Thomas Moser, Director and Regional Manager Black Sea/CIS at Gebrüder Weiss.

About Sienzi Lojistik
Founded in 2007 and headquartered in Istanbul, Sienzi Lojistik specializes in customs and warehouse logistics. The company has 42 employees and operates a bonded warehouse with a permanent license near Muratbey Customs Office—one of Türkiye’s largest customs hubs. Its state-of-the-art logistics site includes:

-       6,000 square meters of enclosed bonded warehouse space

-       1,000 square meters of open bonded storage

-       A high-bay warehouse with capacity for 5,000 pallets

-       6,000 square meters of enclosed logistics space

-       15,000 square meters of open storage space

-       1,000 square meters of office space

Independent Charging Infrastructure
With public charging options for e-trucks still limited, Gebrüder Weiss has built its own charging and power supply system in Lauterach. Two transformer stations with a capacity of 1,600 kVA, each power up to 16 fast-charging points, eight of which are already in service. The electricity is sourced either from the company’s own photovoltaic system or from certified renewable energy.

An additional benefit of the company’s proprietary charging infrastructure: vehicles can recharge while being loaded or unloaded, eliminating downtime. “Our customers expect reliability and on-time delivery even with zero-emission transports,” says Stefan Oberhauser, Branch Manager of Land Transport & Logistics Vorarlberg at Gebrüder Weiss. “With our dedicated energy supply and the latest vehicle solutions, we can deliver sustainable road transport at scale.”

To ensure nationwide routes can also be planned independently of external charging networks, Gebrüder Weiss is currently installing additional charging stations at its facilities in Vienna, Hall in Tyrol, Altenrhein (Switzerland), and Aldingen (Germany).

By the end of 2025, the company’s Austrian e-truck fleet will have grown by a total of 14 e-trucks, five of which will be based in Lauterach. Beyond that, Gebrüder Weiss will continue to invest in e-mobility: in 2026, the company plans to expand its fleet with additional e-trucks and electric vans for home delivery operations.

Gebrüder Weiss is welcoming its new logistics apprentices in Austria, Germany, and Switzerland: One hundred young women and men have chosen to pursue their vocational training with the international logistics company and are starting their first year today. An additional 14 apprentices had already joined the company in the first half of 2025.

“As an independent, family-owned business with a solid financial foundation, we offer young people stable career opportunities in a modern, future-focused environment. We are committed to continuity, but also to innovation, digital technologies, and sustainable growth,” says Monika Mandl, Head of Human Resources Development at Gebrüder Weiss. “This combination appeals particularly to young people who value progress and sustainability just as much as security and reliability.”

The company’s strategy is validated by a 2024 employee survey across Europe: 85 percent consider Gebrüder Weiss the right employer, while 78 percent say they are proud to be part of the organization.

For more than 80 years, Gebrüder Weiss has been investing in vocational training—an important measure to address the shortage of skilled labor and to secure long-term success. The goal is to retain young talent after they complete their apprenticeships and further develop them into qualified specialists and future leaders. The many internal career success stories at Gebrüder Weiss demonstrate that this approach works.

Currently, the logistics company employs 307 apprentices across 40 locations in the DACH region (Germany, Austria, and Switzerland), about 35 percent of whom are female. An additional 32 young people are undergoing training with the company in Hungary, Serbia, and Bulgaria.

Although the apprenticeship year has already started and most positions have been filled, Gebrüder Weiss may still open additional opportunities later this year.

Further information on apprenticeship programs at Gebrüder Weiss is available at: https://www.gw-world.com/lehre

ETH Zurich’s aCentauri Solar Racing Team finished the World Solar Challenge in Australia in 11th place out of a total of 28 teams in the “Challenger” class. The students covered the approximately 3,000-kilometre route from Darwin to Adelaide in six days, facing consistently challenging weather and road conditions during the Australian winter. Once again, Gebrüder Weiss served as the team’s official logistics partner. 

“Placing 11th shows how well the team handled the challenges of this year’s race – a great achievement,” says Tracy van Arend, Branch Manager Gebrüder Weiss Adelaide. She welcomed the ETH team at the finish line together with Sharon Young, Customer Service and Process Manager at Gebrüder Weiss Australia. “It was exciting to follow the race and cheer for the team. While we as the logistics partner don’t directly influence the competition itself, we make sure that the vehicle arrives in Australia on time, giving the students sufficient opportunity to train and prepare. We were able to deliver that again this year,” adds Sharon Young. 

Following the race, Gebrüder Weiss will also handle the return transport of the solar car and its equipment back to Europe. The customized logistics solution includes sea freight, comprehensive customs clearance, and final delivery of the solar vehicle by truck to Technopark Zurich.

Challenging Conditions in the Australian Winter 
For the first time, the race was held during the Australian winter. The students had to adapt to cooler temperatures and different light conditions. This required an adjusted race strategy, particularly with respect to energy management and daily planning. On the third day of the race, the team also faced a technical issue: the cruise control failed, and a gust of wind tore off part of the left wheel cover. Both problems were quickly repaired, and the vehicle was back on the road shortly afterward.  

“This year’s circumstances pushed us but also showed how resilient our team and vehicle are,” says Clara Nörenberg, Team Manager at aCentauri. “We modified our strategy and proved that solar mobility can perform reliably even under difficult circumstances.” 

Looking ahead, the aCentauri Solar Racing Team is already preparing for the next World Solar Challenge in two years. Their goal: to return with an optimized vehicle and secure a spot among the top ten. 

Further background on this and other Gebrüder Weiss projects related to the “Future of Mobility” can be found at: https://www.gw-world.com/company/sustainability/future-of-mobility, or via the logistics company's social media channels.